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Who doesn’t love springtime? Spring really is the sweetest season in Arkansas, especially when it comes to fruit picking. Strawberry season is underway, which means blueberries and blackberries won’t be too far behind. No matter which treat you’re looking forward to the most, the following 11 pick-your-own farms, including a wonderful strawberry farm or two, are the most delicious ways to reap the fruits of your labor. Now, let’s get to fruit picking!...

Whether you need something to look forward to this summer or just want to try something new and exciting, there is nothing quite like tubing. If you are new to this lazy, and sometimes thrilling, activity and are not sure where to go, we recommend checking out the five lazy rivers in South Dakota and lake tubing trips listed below. They most certainly belong on your summer bucket list. Spearfish Creek - Lead Wickiup Village When it comes to river tubing, there is no better place to begin than Spearfish Creek, the best portion of which is managed by Wickiup Village....

Some things you do for money, some things you do for love…and some things you do because it’s fun to do dumb stuff. That’s the idea behind a new event happening in May of 2022. The winner can take home up to $5000, so read on to find out all about this goofy championship. Ah, avocados. Those bumpy green fruits used to just sit in a dark corner of the produce department, waiting hopefully for someone to get a craving for homemade guacamole....

You don’t have to leave the Land of Enchantment to feel transported from everyday life. Whether you’re trying to entertain the family, out-of-town guests, or you just want to explore your own backyard, there is a day trip in New Mexico that will blow you away. From lava tube hikes to ghost towns and boat tours, there’s no end to the fun you can pack into this summer. Here are 12 of the best day trips in New Mexico you’ll want to do ASAP:...

Kansas weather year-round is known for clear, blue skies and ample sun (minus the humidity, of course). But have you wondered which specific towns and cities have the best weather of them all? Here are the 10 Kansas cities with the sunniest days per year! Weskan Risen King Community Church Facebook Get your sunglasses ready! This Wallace County city has an average of 260 sunny days per year. Weskan is also home to the state’s highest point....

A trip to the Mid-Hudson Valley is not complete without a visit to the Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum in Hyde Park. It is one of just 15 located within the United States. It also happens to be the first presidential library built and the only one used by a sitting president. Step right into this Dutch Colonial built in 1941, which contains 17 million pages of documents, 51,000 books, 150,000 photographs, and a great deal more artifacts, both personal and professional....

North Dakota is no stranger at all to interesting ghost towns filled with lore, both true and, well, not always true. For every ghost town with some buildings still standing despite their obvious decay, there are plenty of others that are no longer around at all, and not even a single structure remains. Many of these places no longer exist on modern maps, either, and it’s always interesting to think about what could have been....

Editor’s Note: Since the publication of this article, Porubsky’s has permanently closed. Though the most famous deli in Kansas might not sound like a lot to you, Porubsky’s has stood here for decades of history and community. If you like to tour Kansas through food, this stop is a must-visit on your travels. Come check out what they’ve got to offer! Welcome to a piece of Kansas restaurant history, Porubsky Grocery & Meats....

Editor’s Note: Since the publication of this article, Rock N Grill has permanently closed. Whether you like your rock music soft or heavy, there’s a wicked awesome place in the village of Lake in the Hills you’ve got to try. This rock-themed restaurant is one of the best places in Illinois for a hamburger, and you don’t want to miss out. Epic eats and themed decor abound at this popular joint....

Grand Rapids may be an underrated Michigan dining destination, but most of its top spots are in the city center. Fewer people know about a gem hiding on the shores of Reeds Lake, near the border of Grand Rapids’ sprawling city parks. But Rose’s Restaurant has been serving up top-tier meals with a stunning view for decades, and the lakeshore surrounding it has a key role in the city’s history....

Made up of coastal mangroves, sawgrass marshes, and pine flatwoods home to hundreds of animal species, the Florida Everglades are a thing of immense natural beauty — and a little mystery, too. On a recent trip to Fort Lauderdale, Florida, to visit my family, I jumped at the opportunity to experience one of the area’s biggest tourist draws — an airboat tour. After some research, I easily settled on a tour at Sawgrass Recreation Park....

Known as the “Jambalaya Capital of the World,” Gonzales is one of those little-big towns that’s close enough to Baton Rouge for big city runs while still maintaining enough distance to get a more rural feel. Whether you’re looking for a new place to get some work done or just treating yourself to a little caffeine fix, this one tiny cafe and gift shop is the perfect spot. It’s easy to miss Sips Coffee & Gifts if you’re not looking for it....

Here in the South, we’re known for our delicious food, and that of course includes desserts. A popular dessert that’s loved by many people all across the U.S., especially in Alabama, is homemade pie. We’ve included a road trip route below that’ll take you to five of Alabama’s best pie shops. The entire road trip is less than six hours and has a driving distance of 314 miles. If you love pie, you’ll certainly want to take this road trip for one of Alabama’s sweetest adventures....

Summer is here! Even though we have cool summers up here, it is a great idea to get out and explore. Here are some great summer day trips near San Francisco that will more than satisfy the curious soul. Learn more about these day trips near and around the Bay area by embarking upon them, and see why we’re certain these are the best hikes in San Francisco (and around San Francisco, too)....

Fall drives are nice and hikes are lovely but perhaps the most beautiful fall trip to take this season is along the Buffalo National River. Starting from Tyler Bend, this two-day getaway is simply gorgeous. There’s no doubt that the Buffalo River float will be your favorite fall trip you take this year in Arkansas! In September when the first nuances of fall begin to pop up along the Buffalo National River, outdoor enthusiasts get ready to hit the trails… and the rivers!...

With the accessibility provided by technology, books may seem to be an outdated invention. The truth, however, is that many Americans still prefer the feel, smell, and charm offered by books. Many sources have even ventured to purport that Millennials are reading with a fervor that other generations simply can’t compete with. Fortunately for us, books and the online world have learned to peacefully coexist. The best place to pick up a book in Cleveland is at the Cleveland Public Library, an institution whose history is a true page-turner....

Winter, spring, summer, and fall…no matter the season, there’s a reason to visit Pickwick Lake! Not only is the lake stunning year-round, but it offers a wealth of recreational opportunities, which, like the surroundings, change with the seasons. Pickwick Lake spans dozens of miles through three states: Mississippi, Alabama, and Tennessee. Colbert Tourism/Facebook It doesn’t matter which state you’re in, though, because every foot of the nearly-500-mile-shoreline is spectacularly scenic....

Did you know that one of the world’s very oldest river flows through Virginia? Don’t be fooled by its name; experts believe the New River is possibly the second-oldest in the world, with the Nile being the oldest. There are countless ways to enjoy this beautiful river, from canoeing to tubing, fishing, and hiking near it. Or, if you’re looking for a memorable experience for the whole family, you can camp right on the banks of the water....

Here at OnlyInYourState, we have a lot of love for our small towns. While our Bucket List features often cover larger cities, epic attractions, luxurious vacations, and must-visit national parks, there are many, many more adventures to be had in our country’s smallest locales, too. In addition to boasting amazing scenic beauty and charm, some of the smallest towns in the U.S. also have great, big claims to fame. From historic points of interest and roadside attractions to world records and natural wonders, we invite you to visit the following small towns across America that are anything but ordinary....

Nowadays, it sometimes feels like everything’s been done before. Finding an attraction or restaurant that feels truly unique and unlike anywhere you’ve ever been can be difficult. If you’re looking for a park that’s different than anywhere else in the world, we’ve got the perfect spot for you. A floating island park in New York sounds pretty neat, doesn’t it? That’s what you’ll find at Little Island NYC, a man-made oasis in the Hudson River that’s unlike any other park in the Big Apple....